GST103 Computer Fundamentals -
Exam Practice Questions
Unit 1: Introduction to Computer System
Multiple Choice
1. 1. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a computer?
A. Speed
B. Accuracy
C. Flexibility
D. Emotion
Answer: D
2. 2. The part of a computer that performs arithmetic and logic operations is the:
A. CU
B. RAM
C. ALU
D. Hard Disk
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
3. 1. A __________ is an electronic machine that processes data.
Answer: Computer
4. 2. The two main components of the CPU are __________ and __________.
Answer: ALU, CU
Unit 2: Classification of Computers
Multiple Choice
5. 1. Which of the following is not a type of computer based on size?
A. Microcomputer
B. Minicomputer
C. Personal computer
D. Embedded computer
Answer: D
6. 2. Supercomputers are mainly used for:
A. Playing games
B. Teaching children
C. Complex scientific calculations
D. Watching movies
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
7. 1. A __________ computer is designed for use by one person at a time.
Answer: Microcomputer
8. 2. __________ computers are the most powerful and are used for tasks like weather
forecasting.
Answer: Super
Unit 3: Types of Computer System
Multiple Choice
9. 1. Which of the following is not a type of computer system?
A. Analog
B. Digital
C. Virtual
D. Hybrid
Answer: C
10. 2. Digital computers operate using:
A. Continuous signals
B. Binary digits
C. Analogue data
D. Human logic
Answer: B
Fill in the Gap
11. 1. __________ computers process data in discrete form.
Answer: Digital
12. 2. __________ computers combine features of both analog and digital computers.
Answer: Hybrid
Unit 4: Components of a Computer System
Multiple Choice
13. 1. Which of these is an example of an input device?
A. Speaker
B. Mouse
C. Monitor
D. Printer
Answer: B
14. 2. Which device is used to store data permanently?
A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Hard Disk
D. Cache
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
15. 1. The __________ unit is responsible for carrying out instructions in a computer.
Answer: Central Processing
16. 2. __________ devices allow data to be sent into the computer system.
Answer: Input
Unit 5: Computer Software
Multiple Choice
17. 1. Software that manages hardware and system resources is known as:
A. Utility Software
B. System Software
C. Application Software
D. Communication Software
Answer: B
18. 2. Which of the following is an example of application software?
A. Windows
B. Linux
C. MS Word
D. DOS
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
19. 1. __________ software is designed to help users perform specific tasks.
Answer: Application
20. 2. An __________ system is an example of system software.
Answer: Operating
Unit 6: The Internet
Multiple Choice
21. 1. Which of the following is needed to access the internet?
A. Flash drive
B. Scanner
C. Modem
D. Plotter
Answer: C
22. 2. What is the primary function of a web browser?
A. Sending emails
B. Storing files
C. Accessing web pages
D. Creating software
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
23. 1. __________ is a global network that links millions of computers.
Answer: Internet
24. 2. __________ is a program that enables users to access the web.
Answer: Browser
Unit 7: Applications of Computer in the Society
Multiple Choice
25. 1. Which of the following is not an area where computers are applied?
A. Education
B. Agriculture
C. Sports
D. Mythology
Answer: D
26. 2. Computers in banking are mainly used for:
A. Playing music
B. Currency design
C. Managing accounts
D. Printing flyers
Answer: C
Fill in the Gap
27. 1. In __________, computers are used to manage student records.
Answer: Education
28. 2. The use of computers to diagnose diseases is common in __________.
Answer: Healthcare
